Florence

Italy

Florence Transport

Transport

The best way to explore Florence is on foot: the city centre is
compact, and traffic is restricted. There is a comprehensive bus
network (ATAF) operating from 5:30am until midnight. Tickets are
valid for 90 minutes for a single-use ticket, or multiple-ride
tickets of two or four 90 minute-uses can be purchased. Tickets
must be validated by punching them in a machine when you board the
bus. Tickets, and various bus passes, are available from any vendor
displaying the ATAF sticker, such as newsagents, automatic
dispensers, coffee bars and on-board the bus. Tickets cost
€1.20 beforehand, or €2 if bought on the bus, and exact
change is needed.

Using taxis in Florence is difficult, as they cannot be hailed
on the street. Taxi ranks are to be found outside the train station
and most tourist sites, or they can be phoned. The flag fee is
€3.30, and additional fees are charged for luggage, as well as
night time and Sunday travel. Women travelling alone between the
city centre and their hotel or apartment from 9pm to 2am can ask
for a 10 percent discount on their taxi fare.

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